Former President George W. Bush, 68, recently had knee surgery. As an anesthesiologist, I am a doctor that specializes in putting patients to sleep for surgical procedures. Naturally, I was curious as ...

The word "surgery" often leads to a discussion about other things, including the type of anesthesia that will be used during a procedure. The truth is, there are many different types of anesthesia ...

In vitro studies demonstrated a reduced incidence of apoptosis in patients administered inhaled anesthetics compared with those administered propofol during surgery. New research findings by ...

Q: My wife is having surgery next week and the anesthesiologist recommended a regional block instead of general anesthesia. Is this the right way to go? A: Anesthesia is a technique used to prevent ...

SAN DIEGO — Intermediate- to high-risk patients who underwent transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVR) had equally good safety and efficacy outcomes with two types of second-generation valves ...

BOSTON — Use of spinal anesthesia instead of general anesthesia for spine surgery improved patient recovery and reduced costs by nearly 10%, according to the results of a single-institution study ...

Doctors may use general anesthesia during delivery if regional anesthesia is not a suitable option. Doctors typically reserve general anesthesia for surgical deliveries, such as cesarean deliveries.

The type of anesthesia a woman receives during a cesarean delivery can play a big role in reducing her risk for postpartum depression, new research suggests. Regional anesthesia may be better for a ...

A growing number of health systems are moving to end the use of desflurane — a common anesthesia gas that lingers in the atmosphere for more than a decade. Already, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia ...

Anesthesia teams are under pressure as surgical demand rises, staffing tightens and financial strains mount. Yet the specialty is entering a pivotal year of change, and the decisions made now will ...

There are very few people who would consider having dental treatment without anesthesia. Preventive services and routine teeth cleanings aside, one of the top reasons why people avoid dental care is ...